Kayaking in Abu Dhabi
Emirate of Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi

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Kayaking in Abu Dhabi
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Introduction Kayaking in Abu Dhabi

Introduction
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The kayaking experience in Abu Dhabi is not only a water sport, but also a unique journey of nature and culture.


Unique natural landscape and ecosystem. Abu Dhabi's mangroves are one of the largest mangroves in the world, where unique mangrove plants grow, forming a unique ecosystem. Kayaking through the mangroves allows you to observe these magical plants up close and feel the charm of nature. At the same time, mangroves are also the habitat of many birds and creatures, providing tourists with a rich viewing experience.


Fusion of culture and nature. Around the Louvre Abu Dhabi, you can experience a kayaking trip that explores the museum's extraordinary architecture from a whole new perspective. This combination of culture and nature is unique. As the sun slowly sets, the magnificent architecture of the Louvre is even more dreamy in the sunset, and you can enjoy the beautiful sunset view.


Professional coaches accompany you throughout the journey. In order to ensure the safety and quality of experience of tourists, kayaking activities in Abu Dhabi provide professional coaches to accompany you throughout the journey. The coaches will not only explain the basic skills of kayaking to tourists, but also lead them through the mangroves to capture unique perspectives and shooting opportunities.


Trip Moments Kayaking in Abu Dhabi

Kayaking in Abu Dhabi Trip Moments
The mangrove kayaking at Anantara Spa Resort on Sir Bani Yas Island, Abu Dhabi is amazing!

The mangrove kayaking at Anantara Spa Resort on Sir Bani Yas Island, Abu Dhabi is amazing!

Sir Bani Yas Island in Abu Dhabi is huge! I drove around the perimeter, which is over 30 km! There are three hotels on the island. In addition to the villas on the east and west sides, there is also the Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa on the north side. When I checked in, I booked the hotel's mangrove kayaking activity. At 10:30 am, under the guidance of the hotel staff, I put on a life jacket, took a paddle, and sat in a double kayak. The lagoon behind the hotel is surrounded by dense mangroves, and the water is calm. About 10 minutes after leaving the pier, I saw a flock of flamingos. They were foraging in the shallows, and their pink feathers were very conspicuous in the sunlight. As I continued paddling forward, I passed a mangrove forest and saw a flock of black swans swimming out of the bushes, less than 5 meters from my kayak. The whole paddling process lasted for an hour. I felt like my arms were going to fall off before I reached the end, haha. Fortunately, the hotel staff paddled the second half! Along the way, in addition to bird watching, I also saw the root structure of the mangroves and some small fish. The best part was seeing a sea turtle. I was so lucky! After returning to the pier, the staff provided towels and drinking water. This outdoor activity is a great way to experience the island's ecosystem up close!
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I paddled my kayak into the Louvre

I paddled my kayak into the Louvre

Louvre on the sea About the Louvre: In 2007, Abu Dhabi signed a government agreement with France worth 1 billion euros. This Louvre on the sea in Abu Dhabi not only obtained the naming rights to 'Louvre' but also enjoys a 10-30 year lease of a selection of the Louvre's treasured exhibits. About kayaking: Reservation is required, and it is absolutely worth the experience. It is suggested to start before the museum opens when it's not hot in the morning, with a coach to ensure safety and provide an explanation for about 45 minutes. You can capture angles that are unimaginable to walking tourists. About the visit: Closed on Mondays Closed on Mondays Closed on Mondays A quick tour lasts three hours. Be sure to start from the main exhibition hall, you might find yourself engrossed in an artifact full of mysteries for a long time. Art and architecture enthusiasts, please reserve two days! One day for admiring the architecture and taking photos, and another day for a proper look at the exhibitions. There are countless classics in the permanent exhibition, and don't miss the temporary exhibition 'letters of light', which is a knowledge primer for the neighboring Abrahamic family house. About photography: Whether it's the exhibits or taking photos with the Louvre itself, which is a piece of art, dress simply! The popular photo spot on the water T-stage will naturally have many people, go in the morning when the light and heat are not so intense. Many people don't know about the rooftop platform, the same spot as Crystal Liu. The Louvre on the sea is rare in that it's also super photogenic at noon, with the slanting rain of light, when the daylight is strong, it can make the light shine on your hair making it glitter in the photos. If you have time, be sure to wait until a little after dusk, you will see a completely different Louvre on the sea. The sea water, like a mirror, shatters the sunset and scatters it on the dome, simply too beautiful.
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